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Commission approves emergency procurement to repair community center freezer
Summary
After Buildings & Grounds reported a failed condensing unit on a community center walk‑in freezer, the commissioners approved an emergency procurement not to exceed $15,000 to restore refrigeration and avoid spoilage.
Buildings & Grounds Director Tony Anderson reported a failure of the outdoor condensing unit on the community center walk‑in freezer and recommended emergency procurement authority so staff could replace or repair the unit without a formal informal procurement delay. Commissioners agreed the situation met emergency procurement criteria to avoid substantial property damage.
A motion to approve emergency procurement for the condensing unit — an amount not to exceed $15,000 from the emergency procurement fund — passed unanimously. Staff said they would still seek competitive pricing where possible but needed immediate authority to prevent further spoilage and community disruptions. The county temporarily relocated the most perishable items and reported limited losses; the board stressed the need to review facility lease agreements to clarify future responsibilities for equipment and maintenance.
